1968 Dodge Polara vs. 2003 Audi A6
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Polara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Polara would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Polara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Polara. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Polara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1968 Dodge Polara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Dodge Polara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Dodge Polara (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Polara | 2003 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Polara | A6 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
